As
EV adoption accelerates across emerging economies, a new generation of
national EV champions is reshaping the global automotive landscape. From
Türkiye's TOGG to Malaysia's Proton and Perodua, domestic electric
mobility brands are gaining momentum across emerging markets as
countries increasingly embrace electrification and invest in the future
of local automotive industries[1]. Among the standout names is VinFast,
Vietnam's rapidly expanding EV maker, which has quickly transformed from
a newcomer into one of the country's most influential automotive
brands.
That rise is closely tied to Vietnam's broader EV transition.
According to the International Council on Clean Transportation, Vietnam
achieved a 37% EV market share in 2025, nearly doubling Europe's
adoption rate and making it one of the world's fastest-growing EV
markets[2]. VinFast has been at the center of that momentum, benefiting
from strong domestic demand as well as government-backed efforts to
accelerate electrification in public transportation and daily mobility.
The company's growth has continued to accelerate in 2026, following a
strong 2025 in which VinFast delivered 175,099 vehicles in Vietnam. In
April this year alone, VinFast delivered 24,774 electric vehicles
domestically, bringing total sales for the first four months of the year
to 78,458 units. The company has now led the Vietnamese automotive
market for 19 consecutive months.
One major driver behind that momentum is VinFast's long-term focus on
customer ownership experience, particularly after-sales support, helping
make the EV transition more seamless and reassuring for users. By the
end of 2025, the company had developed nearly 400 service workshops
across Vietnam while also supporting the rapid expansion of charging
infrastructure through partner networks targeting up to 150,000 charging
ports nationwide.
At the same time, VinFast is working to expand its global customer
support capabilities. During the 2026 VinFast Global Business Conference
held in Hanoi earlier this month, the company signed Memoranda of
Understanding with 29 international aftersales partners across multiple
markets. Under the agreements, partners will establish EV workshops that
meet VinFast's global standards, supported by standardized technician
training, quality control systems, and a parts supply network targeting
the delivery of common spare parts within 24 hours in key markets.
VinFast aims to expand its global aftersales network to more than 1,100
workshops in 2026.
The Middle East is becoming an increasingly important part of that
expansion. In the UAE, VinFast previously signed an agreement with PlusX
Electric to strengthen charging accessibility, roadside assistance, and
digital EV support services for customers, while also partnering with
the Arabian Automobile Association to provide roadside assistance
coverage across six Gulf countries.
VinFast's customer-focused approach is reflected in the VinFast VF 8,
an all-electric SUV designed with Pininfarina. The model offers up to
402 horsepower, all-wheel drive, and 493 km of range, alongside premium
features including a 15.6-inch infotainment screen, panoramic sunroof,
and advanced ADAS safety technologies.
Equally important for Middle Eastern customers is the ownership
package surrounding the vehicle. VinFast backs the VF 8 with a 10-year
or 200,000 km vehicle warranty, a 10-year unlimited-kilometer battery
warranty, five years of free servicing, mobile service support, 24/7
roadside assistance, and access to fast charging infrastructure,
reinforcing the company's ambition to compete not only on product, but
also on long-term ownership confidence.